Heat waves in India are no longer just a seasonal inconvenience but a serious public health crisis. The frequency and intensity of heatwaves reached record levels in 2024, particularly in northwest India. Extreme temperatures have led to a rise in dehydration, heat stroke, and respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, disproportionately affecting the elderly, children, low-income groups,…
The film reflects the changing landscape of Haryanvi cinema, which is moving beyond traditional stories and attempting new themes. ‘Bin Tere Bechain’ focuses on love addiction and its negative effects, with the lead character losing herself in her passion. The film not only presents an entertaining story but also highlights the dark side of love….
Editors usually want unique and original works to maintain the exclusivity of their magazines. On the other hand, writers should have the freedom to send their works to as many places as possible, especially since editors have the right to accept or reject works without any deadline. In the world of literature and publishing, both…
How much degradation is left in the society? It is heartbreaking to hear that a son can murder his own parents so ruthlessly. The woman, along with her brother-in-law, got her two-year-old son killed. The wife, along with her lover, cut her husband, who was an officer in the Merchant Navy, into pieces. The father…
Rising temperatures are having a negative impact on agriculture, water scarcity, public health, and the economy. The unusually hot February, rising night temperatures, sea level rise, and urban heat island effect are making this problem even more severe. It is also affecting education, labor productivity, and food security. Heat wave events in India are increasing…
In India, before 2004, government employees were given pensions under the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). Under this, a fixed pension was given for life after retirement. 50% of the last salary was given as a pension. Dearness Allowance (DA) was linked, due to which the pension kept increasing from time to time. The entire funding…
If we consider ponds and stepwells as mere places to store water, then perhaps we are not doing them justice. These are not just water sources but living witnesses of stories, mysteries, traditions, and folklore of centuries. Old ponds and stepwells are those pages of the book of history on which the drops of time…
Pesticide residues have been found in more than 50% of food samples tested in India. Some foods, such as vegetables, fruits, cereals, pulses, and spices, have been found to contain more than the maximum residue limits (MRLs) set by regulatory bodies. Pesticides are used on crops to control insects, fungi, and weeds and can be…
(Sunita Williams’ achievements are a source of inspiration not only for Indian scientists but also for the youth of the country.) The safe return of Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to Earth is considered a major scientific achievement. They went to space in June 2024 under Boeing’s “Starliner” mission, but their return was delayed by…
The solution will not come only through debate. There should be a law in the constitution that no state or state government can make its changes on the things used or considered nationally. Doing so should be considered treason, and the person responsible should be removed from his post. The controversy over the rupee (₹)…
